Pilates is made up of over 500 muscle group-specific exercises designed to strengthen every inch of the body from the core outward. It might sound daunting, but it’s not, especially if you’re adequately prepared for it. Here’s a list of do's and don'ts if you’ve never been to a Pilates class before:

We all know that regular exercise make us strong and healthy, but why is it so difficult to stick to a routine? How many times have you sworn that this is the year you’ll get fit, but you just keep putting off working out?

If you want to commit to a healthier lifestyle, you must first pinpoint the reasons preventing you from living that life, and work your way towards overcoming them.

As the previous year gave way to the new one, you probably made a resolution to be more physically active. You swore to be in better shape this year — you even made a goal to eat one serving of fruit a day and go for a run every morning. But it’s several months into the year, and you may have lost that initial fire.